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Oriental Darter 1

Unlike the Cormorant, this Darter has a long, very slender neck and head and long, pointed bill. When swimming often only the long neck and head are visible. Hence it is sometimes called 'snakebird'. Like the Cormorant its feathers are not waterproof and it can be seen drying them as in this pose.

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Uploaded on June 18, 2015
Taken on April 29, 2015